Block Island Surf Forecast
Rhode Island
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Block Island, Rhode Island sits roughly 13 miles off the southern coast of the state, offering a unique and uncrowded surf experience for those willing to make the ferry or boat journey. The north-facing exposure at these coordinates picks up residual North Atlantic swells that wrap around the island, producing punchy beach break peaks that can surprise even experienced surfers with their power. Fall is the prime season when hurricane groundswells and nor'easters push quality waves to this remote Rhode Island gem, rewarding the adventurous traveler with uncrowded lineups and stunning coastal scenery.
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Daily Forecast
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.
Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 6-7ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 4-5ft and good.
Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on S swell at 8s with glassy conditions. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions.
Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 8s with barely a breath of wind. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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